In Japanese culture, being polite is how people show respect to their hardworking hosts. Unfortunately, many non-Japanese people are unfamiliar with the etiquette of eating sushi platters. Here are a few do’s and don’ts to follow the next time you eat out. Practicing them will help you show appreciation to the sushi chef who prepared your order. 

Do: 

Use your chopsticks.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. The same concept holds true when dining at a sushi restaurant. By using chopsticks to eat sushi in the traditional way, you are enjoying the meal as it is meant to be enjoyed.

Finish your meal. 

The Japanese consider it rude not to finish everything you ordered, so only request as much food as you can comfortably eat. Before you order, make any dietary restrictions known, so you don’t find any unwanted surprises on your sushi platter. 

Don’t: 

Take pictures without asking first. 

Many high-end restaurants are secretive about what they offer and how they display their sushi platters, so ask before you snap shots of your food. Additionally, ask before you take photos of the sushi chef because some professionals don’t like being photographed while they work. 

Overuse the soy sauce.

When you eat sushi, use condiments like ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi sparingly. Slathering sushi in soy sauce indicates you don’t like the taste of the food. Instead, focus on enjoying the pieces exactly as they were made. 

When you’re ready to use your sushi etiquette, visit Ahi and Vegetable in Honolulu, HI. Providing the finest seafood and sushi platters to their customers, the owners of this beloved restaurant purchase freshly caught ahi each day to ensure every dish meets their strict taste specifications. To learn more about their menu, visit the website or call (808) 845-3500.